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Monday, November 15, 2010

Aren't these lovely and adorable? I'm so excited. I have been wanting to make these little ornaments since last fall. (I know, I know!) After searching for an answer for what to do with all my wine corks I remembered this. I can't quite remember where I saw it. This was way too easy and I'm looking forward to making tons of these and giving them in sets this Christmas. These guys were my first try at it, so I'm looking forward to what else I can do. I picked up all my supplies from Michael's including a mini hand drill and I paid $4 for the set of three key charms. Here's a simple photo turtorial, so you can make them too. Just don't forget to share your ideas with us after you've made some. Let's get started, shall we?

First, drill a hole through the center of the cork. From one side, through to the other. The hole has to be big enough to thread your cord ribbon through.

Next, attach the split ring (#1) onto the charm(#2). Cut a piece of cord ribbon to 12-18﻿ inches in length. Slide your charm onto the ribbon as you would a necklace.

1.) Slide on the button. One end of the ribbon through one button hole and the other side of the ribbon in another button hole.﻿ 2.) Thread both ends of the ribbon through the hole in the cork. 3.) Add a little glue to the button and pull the ribbon so the cork and button are affixed. 4.) Add one or two more buttons as you did in step 1 and 2. Then glue those in place. You should now have something that looks like (from top to bottom) button, button, cork, button, slip ring, slip ring, charm. All held by the ribbon and glue.

To further secure your glued button, simply loop the ribbon one time as if you were going to tie your shoe. Just don't make a bow or not. Now towards the end of the length of your ribbon tie a double knot. Tight. Cut off any excess ribbon.

Wha-La!

ADDENDUM: Dec 27, 2010

I'm adding some more photos to this post, I have been experimenting with different charms, the crystals are expensive, but I really love them. I have also started using a different type of cord, I picked up in the jewelry making section. The cupcake one is perfect for the baker in me, and the ones with the crystal look great hanging from my rear view mirror, although I'm not sure if that's a safety hazard! If you choose to go that route, cut your cord extra long. I also experimented with beads and I started using larger slip rings :

Pinned your ornament and then made a version of it for my blog. Linked back to yours so hopefully you got shttp://asthecardrackturns.blogspot.com/2011/12/recycling-corks.htmlome views. Come look if you get a chance.

@ Az Beg-I actually do use/save corks from wine that I have drank. But, I will tell you I have seen some for sale in the craft section at Michaels. You could also check Ebay or ask a local restuarant or bar to save them for you.

Very cute idea. Also, it's spelled "voila" not wha la...a French contraction from the expression "vois la" which means "see there!" Sorry to be obnoxious, it's just a fingernails-on-chalkboard thing for me when I see it spelled wrong...

I came across this on Pinterest the other day and thought it would be a great Christmas present for my grandmother, who has a huge wine cork collection. Come to find out she loves the idea so much she wants to do a wine cork theme Christmas Tree this year. :) Thank you for sharing this great idea.

I started making them today and am having a blast being creative with different charms, buttons, and chords. Thank you for this marvelous idea!! My friends and family will be so impressed with my mad cork ornament skills!!!

This is such a clever and unique idea! I've decided to make these into necklaces for my friends! You're instructions are so clear and easy and of course I will give you credit for the idea!! Thank you!

Hi Lil!Thank you so much for this tutorial! Love this idea, and have just a few ;) corks lying around waiting to be turned into a crafty something. Cheers, Catherine (latest follower of your blogging adventures!)

Any ideas on how I can make this into a keychain? I made one by just tying the cord on top in a knot and putting the split key ring through it, but I'm trying to figure out and "prettier" way of attaching the key ring. LolThanks!

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I'm Lilianna Grace a wife and a 34 year old mom of an 8th grade boy and a 3rd grade girl. I'm in awe of my wonderful life and family. I'm so grateful for it all. "Lavender Clouds" was born out of a desire to be part of this populated blogging world that I admittedly know nothing about. I love things that are cute, pretty, yummy, easy, simple, eye-catching, and eye-popping. However, I consider myself a "master of none" and I am not a professional anything and I'm not a perfectionist! I'm excited about this journey and I look forward to getting to you!